Chapter
SNL Character Development
36:23 - 42:27 (06:03)
A former SNL cast member discusses the process of creating new characters for the show, including pushing boundaries and breaking people on set.
Clips
In this podcast episode, Jimmy Fallon talks about his experience filming the hot tub skit on Saturday Night Live with guest stars Will Ferrell and Christopher Walken.
36:23 - 37:20 (00:56)
Summary
In this podcast episode, Jimmy Fallon talks about his experience filming the hot tub skit on Saturday Night Live with guest stars Will Ferrell and Christopher Walken. He also shares his admiration for Walken's unique way of speaking and comedic timing.
ChapterSNL Character Development
EpisodeRachel Dratch
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
The Saturday Night Live writers often encourage the actors to write in their own scenes, including adding props like hot tubs and car wrecks.
37:20 - 38:45 (01:24)
Summary
The Saturday Night Live writers often encourage the actors to write in their own scenes, including adding props like hot tubs and car wrecks. They particularly enjoy using bodily functions for comedic effect.
ChapterSNL Character Development
EpisodeRachel Dratch
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
Seth Meyers shares a story of breaking character during a sketch on SNL and the reaction from producer Lorne Michaels afterward.
38:45 - 40:27 (01:42)
Summary
Seth Meyers shares a story of breaking character during a sketch on SNL and the reaction from producer Lorne Michaels afterward.
ChapterSNL Character Development
EpisodeRachel Dratch
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
The speaker recalls the creation of a character named Triple Clicks, inspired by an innocent animal trying to get food, which he portrayed with a bald head and an arm coming out of it, during a performance that drove the crowd crazy.
40:27 - 42:27 (01:59)
Summary
The speaker recalls the creation of a character named Triple Clicks, inspired by an innocent animal trying to get food, which he portrayed with a bald head and an arm coming out of it, during a performance that drove the crowd crazy.